Free coastal parks entry
Vehicle access fees to five prominent coastal national parks will be waived until Easter 2026 thanks to a $1.2m State Government initiative to provide visitors and tourists a further incentive to explore SA’s remarkable coastline. Find out more about how you can access these popular parks, and why all five should be on your must-visit list this summer.
Which parks can I explore for free?
Vehicle entry fees of $13.90 will be waived at:
- Lincoln National Park
- Deep Creek National Park
- Dhilba-Guuranda-Innes National Park
- Coffin Bay National Park
The per person entry fee will also be waived at Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island, including the 2 day entry.
Why are these parks being made free to visit?
The initiative is one of many outlined in the State Government’s Algal Bloom Summer Plan, which is designed to protect South Australia’s coast, back coastal communities and support our summer lifestyle.
These parks are very popular coastal parks, and we are doing our bit to ensure the public get to enjoy them.
How long have I got to take advantage of the initiative?
Free entry to the five coastal parks will be available until the end of Easter, 2026.
Do I need to book before I visit one of these parks?
Guests can enter the parks without making a booking, for the included coastal parks only. However, we recommend making a booking online for park entry, there is no cost to do so.
What about camping fees?
Overnight camping fees will still apply. To book your campsite, visit your selected park page here.
What if I already purchased a parks pass for these parks?
Customers who purchased a parks pass for any coastal park in this promotion between 14 October 2025 and 6 April 2026 inclusive can request a refund by emailing dew.onlinebookings@sa.gov.au with their booking reference number. Refunds apply to park entry only, not camping.
To find out more about the State Government’s Algal Bloom Summer Plan, visit algalbloom.com.au.
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